Metro News & Reviews

Metro Red/Purple Line trains to operate on reduced speeds due to equipment issues

Effective immediately, all Metro Red and Purple Line trains traveling from Union Station to North Hollywood and Union Station to Wilshire/Western will operate on a 25 mile-per-hour speed limit due to unforeseen equipment issues. Patrons using the Metro Purple Line to Wilshire/Western can expect delays of 10 to 12 minutes. Patrons using the Metro Red Line to North Hollywood can expect service delays of 15 to 20 minutes until further notice.

Metro rail maintenance personnel are working to resolve the issue as soon as possible. Metro apologizes for any inconvenience they may have to our riders. For updates on service alerts, patrons can visit Metro’s web site at www.metro.net.